UI Designer Salary in Stearns County

Stearns County is anchored by its main city. Cloud hosts health‑tech and manufacturing firms. UI designer salaries in the area reflect local economic conditions. The area draws from local talent.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$45,000 to $54,000

Average (per year)

$49,000

Fresh graduates often join local software startups. Cloud's education sector offers positions at this pay band.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$55,000 to $65,000

Average (per year)

$60,000

Mid-level designers in the area work for several mid-sized tech employers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$66,000 to $77,000

Average (per year)

$72,000

Senior UI designers contribute to digital initiatives across sectors.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$78,000+

Principal designers work in established software companies or strategic roles in local enterprises.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$25 - $33

per hour

Mid-level

$34 - $42

per hour

Senior

$43 - $52

per hour